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The City of McHenry Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications for Dance Instructors. This positions supervises and facilitates dance programs for youth ages 3-17 based on the seasonal brochure calendar. Posting will remain open until filled.

Job Duties DECISION MAKING AND JUDGMENT Responsible for providing diverse program experiences for assigned group Be responsible for maintaining order and discipline within program Market programs to other departments & community organizations where youth are present Keep program within budget through program development and participant retention Be prepared to discuss with a parent any experience a child has during program Supervise volunteers while they are working, assist other staff, and follow/enforce policies set forth by supervisor ADMINISTRATIVE Will be at your program area and set up 15 minutes prior to start of scheduled activities Create, plan and instruct weekly dance instruction; develop choreography for recital Be available for staff meetings, planning periods, and trainings as scheduled Keep program as clean, neat, and organized to optimize customer satisfaction Maintain inventories and report any equipment problems or needs to the Recreation Supervisor Report any incidents to the Recreation Supervisor and fill out any necessary paperwork within 24 hours of incident Overall responsibility for maintaining all records Submit attendance rosters, timesheets, and evaluations to Recreation Supervisor within 1 week of program ending. SUPERVISION Responsible for youth ages 3-17 at your program area and will be responsible for participants' overall well-being at all times while in the care of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department Keep accurate count of children in program at all times Responsible for selecting, instructing, directing, and supervising the flow of work PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Must be motivated and able to implement oral and written instructions Must be able to communicate respectfully and effectively with superiors, co-workers, parents, children ages 3-17 Must be physically able to lift a child (if necessary) Must be able to lift 50 pounds Must be able to evaluate situations and make decisions within established policies and standards Requires frequent lifting and moving of equipment and supplies Must be able to be participate in activities Knowledge and physical ability to respond in emergency situations Candidate must be energetic, outgoing, and interested in being a positive role model to young children Candidate must possess strong oral and interpersonal communication skills Candidate must possess ability to be flexible and adjust to changing work environment Candidate must possess creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn and implement new ideas Candidate must be trained and certified in First Aid and CPR/AED ACCURACY Requires accurate record keeping for programs PARTICIPANT SAFETY Review and understand all emergency drills and be prepared to implement them Requires considerable attention and alertness to safety hazards Must be able to take on a leadership role in matters of safety PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES: Fill in at various positions when there are personnel shortages, vacations, or special projects Other related duties as assigned and perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner Maintains all necessary records Adheres to all policies and procedures Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older Must be an example of good moral behavior Must have previous experience and knowledge with dance instruction and choreography Supervise and facilitate dance activities to youth ages 3-17 Basic First Aid and CPR/AED certification current or obtained as soon as possible Desire to work with children and parents Require at least 6 months working and/or volunteering with children ages 3-17 Prefer one or more years of college in a related field (i.e. recreation, child development, dance, etc.) Must have teaching and dance experience, along with strong leadership and communication skills Must be self-motivated, possess leadership skills, responsible, organized, and have the ability to interact with children age-appropriately Willingness to project the City of McHenry image by personal adherence to all policies Demonstrate ability to interpret and administer all policies, established by the Parks & Recreation Department, to all employees and volunteers you may come in contact with The City of McHenry is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.